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last100 is edited by Steve O’Hear, and provides news, reviews and industry analysis on products and services related to the digital lifestyle, with a particular emphasis on how the Internet is penetrating the home in an era of ubiquitous broadband access.

What’s in the name?

The name last100 refers to what industry insiders call the “last 100 feet” problem, which is the gap between the typical home’s computer and its living-room TV set. Whilst the ‘connected home’ is a primary focus, we also focus obsessively on other areas of the digital lifestyle, including mobile computing, smartphones, digital music, social media and eBook readers.

last100 writing team

Steve O’Hear, editor

Steve O’Hear is a London-based consultant and journalist, focusing on the Internet and all aspects of digital technology. Along with last100, Steve is currently Contributing Editor at TechCrunch Europe. Over the last seven years he has written about the impact of technology for numerous other publications, including The Guardian, Macworld UK and ZDNet (The Social Web). Steve also wrote and directed the silicon valley documentary, In Search of the Valley, and in 2002 was made a fellow of the UK’s National Endowment for Science, Technology, and the Arts.

Past and occasional contributors

Daniel Langendorf

Dan was a lead writer for last100, bringing a wealth of experience, both as a journalist and as someone who has spent over 10 years in product design and development.

Mack D. Male

Mack D. Male is an Edmonton-based software developer with a passion for all things related to technology. An avid writer, Mack has had his work published in Canada’s National Post and the Financial Post Business Magazine, and has himself been featured in many publications, such as the Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Sun, Ottawa Citizen, and the Los Angeles Times.

Ryan Jarrett

Ryan is a commercial IT consultant, with a focus on SME network and desktop systems. He has a passion for online media and writes a blog on his personal experiences with digital entertainment. He is also a participant in many beta tests for applications and online services covering music, Internet TV and gaming.

Guinevere Orvis

Guinevere is a Web Producer in Toronto, Canada working both freelance and in the broadcast industry for Alliance Atlantis, CTVglobemedia and currently CBC. She has 10 years experience in the online space and specializes in social media, online marketing and content production.

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